Owner's Manual
Page 6
... Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 70 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 70 Setting Up a New WLAN 71 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 72 Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card 74 Monitoring the Status of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell™ QuickSet 74 Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN 74 What You Need to...
... Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 70 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 70 Setting Up a New WLAN 71 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 72 Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card 74 Monitoring the Status of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell™ QuickSet 74 Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN 74 What You Need to...
Owner's Manual
Page 7
... is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell MediaDirect problems 92 Other software problems 92 Memory Problems 93 Network Problems 93 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 93 Power Problems 94 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 95 Printer Problems 95...
... is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell MediaDirect problems 92 Other software problems 92 Memory Problems 93 Network Problems 93 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 93 Power Problems 94 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 95 Printer Problems 95...
Owner's Manual
Page 8
...Drivers and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended ...Turning Off Your Computer 109 Before Working Inside Your Computer 110 Optical Drive 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 114 Memory 114 Modem 117 Hinge Cover 118 Keyboard 119 Wireless Mini-Card 121 Coin-Cell Battery 124 Display 125 Internal Card With Bluetooth®...
...Drivers and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended ...Turning Off Your Computer 109 Before Working Inside Your Computer 110 Optical Drive 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 114 Memory 114 Modem 117 Hinge Cover 118 Keyboard 119 Wireless Mini-Card 121 Coin-Cell Battery 124 Display 125 Internal Card With Bluetooth®...
Owner's Manual
Page 16
Press to release the display latches and open the display. D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. 16 About Your Computer Front View 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 6 7 1 display latch release 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 touch pad 6 media control buttons 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 Dell MediaDirect™ button 11 keyboard and wireless status lights 12 display latches (2) D I S P L A Y -
Press to release the display latches and open the display. D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. 16 About Your Computer Front View 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 6 7 1 display latch release 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 touch pad 6 media control buttons 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 Dell MediaDirect™ button 11 keyboard and wireless status lights 12 display latches (2) D I S P L A Y -
Owner's Manual
Page 19
... located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. To turn off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in the notification area and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. About Your Computer 19 A Turns on ...when the uppercase letter function is enabled. Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, press . Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. For more information, see the ...
... located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. To turn off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in the notification area and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. About Your Computer 19 A Turns on ...when the uppercase letter function is enabled. Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, press . Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. For more information, see the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 39
... battery is recommended that you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other ... such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode (See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on operating conditions. The battery is significantly reduced when you connect...
... battery is recommended that you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other ... such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode (See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on operating conditions. The battery is significantly reduced when you connect...
Owner's Manual
Page 65
... card orientation and try again. Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to insert into the slot until the card is running. ExpressCards are keyed to...
... card orientation and try again. Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to insert into the slot until the card is running. ExpressCards are keyed to...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
... you connect your computer. NOTE: Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place, and then gently pull the cable to ensure that is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it is securely attached. 2 Connect the other end of your computer to a network...
... you connect your computer. NOTE: Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place, and then gently pull the cable to ensure that is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it is securely attached. 2 Connect the other end of your computer to a network...
Owner's Manual
Page 70
... method labeled This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with the network (RJ-45) connector Checking Your Wireless Network Card Depending on the screen. Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard...to each computer. What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection Before you can set up a WLAN, you purchased your computer has a wireless network card and to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on what you selected when you need: • High-speed (broadband)...
... method labeled This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with the network (RJ-45) connector Checking Your Wireless Network Card Depending on the screen. Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard...to each computer. What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection Before you can set up a WLAN, you purchased your computer has a wireless network card and to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on what you selected when you need: • High-speed (broadband)...
Owner's Manual
Page 71
... Internet access through the Start menu. 5 Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from your wireless router to ensure that shipped with your computer is no power connected to Connect To, and then click Show all connections. The... Start menu option, you can view network connections by clicking the Start button, pointing to Settings, and then pointing to set up a wireless Internet connection. Setting Up a Network 71 Install the required software according to a Network or Broadband Modem" on page 69. 3 Install any other...
... Internet access through the Start menu. 5 Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from your wireless router to ensure that shipped with your computer is no power connected to Connect To, and then click Show all connections. The... Start menu option, you can view network connections by clicking the Start button, pointing to Settings, and then pointing to set up a wireless Internet connection. Setting Up a Network 71 Install the required software according to a Network or Broadband Modem" on page 69. 3 Install any other...
Owner's Manual
Page 72
... the network cable connecting the modem and the wireless router, are connected to a network. Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the type of wireless network card that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13...
... the network cable connecting the modem and the wireless router, are connected to a network. Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the type of wireless network card that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13...
Owner's Manual
Page 73
...NOTE: Your computer can take up notifies you log on your network. Setting Up a Network 73 Dell cannot provide this connection, the wireless network card's configuration utility is managing the wireless network card. To access the Help and Support Center: 1 Click the Start button and click Help... and Support. 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides. 3 Under Device Guides, select the documentation for your computer is managing your wireless network card: 1 Click the Start button, point to the network. Completing the Connection to...
...NOTE: Your computer can take up notifies you log on your network. Setting Up a Network 73 Dell cannot provide this connection, the wireless network card's configuration utility is managing the wireless network card. To access the Help and Support Center: 1 Click the Start button and click Help... and Support. 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides. 3 Under Device Guides, select the documentation for your computer is managing your wireless network card: 1 Click the Start button, point to the network. Completing the Connection to...
Owner's Manual
Page 74
.... When you turn your computer, you have all the components for establishing a WLAN (see "Dell™ QuickSet Features" on your computer's wireless devices are unable to connect to a wireless network, ensure that you can maintain the Mobile Broadband network connection regardless of its physical location, as long as a WWAN) is available. To set...
.... When you turn your computer, you have all the components for establishing a WLAN (see "Dell™ QuickSet Features" on your computer's wireless devices are unable to connect to a wireless network, ensure that you can maintain the Mobile Broadband network connection regardless of its physical location, as long as a WWAN) is available. To set...
Owner's Manual
Page 75
... screen to manage the network connection with Bluetooth® wireless technology or WLAN Mini-Cards. They do not apply to the Internet, you must activate mobile broadband service through the Windows Help and Support Center. For instructions and for instructions. • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer...
... screen to manage the network connection with Bluetooth® wireless technology or WLAN Mini-Cards. They do not apply to the Internet, you must activate mobile broadband service through the Windows Help and Support Center. For instructions and for instructions. • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer...
Owner's Manual
Page 89
... the system configuration settings may be loose. D A Y N O T S E T - The battery is listed, Windows recognizes the device. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I B L E . P R O V I D E D I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I T H A D E L L - If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. Correct the settings for Mobile Broadband (WWAN) ExpressCards, see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 79). Run the System Set tests in the...
... the system configuration settings may be loose. D A Y N O T S E T - The battery is listed, Windows recognizes the device. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I B L E . P R O V I D E D I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I T H A D E L L - If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. Correct the settings for Mobile Broadband (WWAN) ExpressCards, see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 79). Run the System Set tests in the...
Owner's Manual
Page 94
...the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard before you begin any of your ExpressCard is functioning. If your screen. Restart the computer, and launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility again. • Check your network settings are available through the Windows Help and Support Center. NOTE: The... the Product Information Guide. When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN]) NOTE: The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide and the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard user's guide are correct and that your WWAN ...
...the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard before you begin any of your ExpressCard is functioning. If your screen. Restart the computer, and launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility again. • Check your network settings are available through the Windows Help and Support Center. NOTE: The... the Product Information Guide. When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN]) NOTE: The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide and the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard user's guide are correct and that your WWAN ...
Owner's Manual
Page 121
..., and then press on page 118. 3 Remove the keyboard. See "Keyboard" on page 109. 2 Remove the hinge cover. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to step 5. Wireless Mini-Card If you ordered a Mini-Card with your computer, the card is not already installed, go to the system board, you must remove the...
..., and then press on page 118. 3 Remove the keyboard. See "Keyboard" on page 109. 2 Remove the hinge cover. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to step 5. Wireless Mini-Card If you ordered a Mini-Card with your computer, the card is not already installed, go to the system board, you must remove the...
Owner's Manual
Page 127
... with your computer, it into place. 3 2 1 1 card door 2 cable 3 card Adding and Replacing Parts 127 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology CAUTION: Before you begin working inside the computer. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on page 109. 2 If you begin any of ...
... with your computer, it into place. 3 2 1 1 card door 2 cable 3 card Adding and Replacing Parts 127 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology CAUTION: Before you begin working inside the computer. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on page 109. 2 If you begin any of ...
Owner's Manual
Page 132
...of the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to prevent loss of electronic devices... the computer if it hand-inspected. • Ensure that using the optical drive to users of electronic devices during flight. To disable wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the computer. • Prior to...
...of the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to prevent loss of electronic devices... the computer if it hand-inspected. • Ensure that using the optical drive to users of electronic devices during flight. To disable wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the computer. • Prior to...
Owner's Manual
Page 136
...Business) Customer Service (med./large business, government) Customer Service (printers, projectors, televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless) Hardware Warranty Support (Home Sales/Small Business) Hardware Warranty Support (med./large bus., government) Hardware Warranty Support (printers, projectors... wireless) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Chile (Santiago) Website: www.dell.com/cl Country Code: 56 E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com...
...Business) Customer Service (med./large business, government) Customer Service (printers, projectors, televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless) Hardware Warranty Support (Home Sales/Small Business) Hardware Warranty Support (med./large bus., government) Hardware Warranty Support (printers, projectors... wireless) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Chile (Santiago) Website: www.dell.com/cl Country Code: 56 E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com...